Cookie Policy
Learn how we use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on HomeFax.
Last updated: January 15, 2024
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and understanding how you use our services.
Similar technologies include web beacons, pixels, and local storage, which serve similar purposes. This policy covers all these technologies collectively referred to as "cookies."
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies (Always Active)
These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly and cannot be disabled. They enable core functionality such as:
- User authentication and login sessions
- Security and fraud prevention
- Site navigation and accessibility features
- Load balancing and performance optimization
- Shopping cart functionality
Functional Cookies
These cookies enhance your experience by remembering your choices and preferences:
- Language and region preferences
- Theme and display settings
- Recently viewed properties
- Saved search criteria
- Form auto-completion
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymous information:
- Page views and visitor counts
- Traffic sources and referral information
- Time spent on pages
- Click patterns and user journeys
- Error reports and performance metrics
Marketing Cookies
These cookies track your activity across websites to deliver personalized advertising:
- Targeted advertisements based on interests
- Retargeting campaigns
- Social media integration
- Conversion tracking
- A/B testing for marketing campaigns
Third-Party Cookies and Services
We use several third-party services that may set their own cookies. These services help us provide better functionality and understand our users better:
Google Analytics
Website analytics and user behavior tracking
Cookies: _ga, _gid, _gat_gtag_*, _gtm_*
Stripe
Payment processing and fraud prevention
Cookies: __stripe_mid, __stripe_sid, stripe_js
Facebook Pixel
Conversion tracking and targeted advertising
Cookies: _fbp, _fbc, fbm_*, fbsr_*
LinkedIn Insight Tag
Professional audience analytics and retargeting
Cookies: li_gc, lidc, bcookie, bscookie
Cookie Duration
Cookies have different lifespans depending on their purpose:
How to Manage Cookies
Cookie Preferences
You can manage your cookie preferences using our cookie consent banner that appears when you first visit our site, or by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in our footer.
Manage Cookie Preferences
Customize which cookies you allow us to use
Browser Settings
You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:
Google Chrome
- Click the three dots menu → Settings
- Click "Privacy and security" → "Cookies and other site data"
- Choose your preferred cookie settings
- You can also click "See all cookies and site data" to manage individual cookies
Firefox
- Click the menu button → Settings
- Select "Privacy & Security"
- In the "Cookies and Site Data" section, click "Manage Data"
- Search for "homefax.com" to manage our cookies specifically
Safari
- Click Safari menu → Preferences
- Click the "Privacy" tab
- Choose "Block all cookies" or customize settings
- Click "Manage Website Data" to see and remove specific cookies
Microsoft Edge
- Click the three dots menu → Settings
- Click "Cookies and site permissions"
- Click "Cookies and site data"
- Choose your cookie preferences or click "See all cookies and site data"
Impact of Disabling Cookies
While you can choose to disable cookies, please note that this may affect your experience on our website:
Essential Cookies Disabled
Some features may not work properly, including login, shopping cart, and security features.
Functional Cookies Disabled
We won't remember your preferences, and you may need to re-enter information frequently.
Analytics Cookies Disabled
We can't improve our services based on usage patterns and user feedback.
Marketing Cookies Disabled
You may see less relevant advertisements, but this won't affect core functionality.
Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. When we make significant changes, we will:
- Update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
- Notify you through our website banner or email
- Request your consent again if required by law
We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.
Contact Us About Cookies
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
HomeFax, Inc.
123 Tech Boulevard, Suite 400
San Francisco, CA 94102
United States
For more information about how we handle your data, please also see our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.